GURNEE, Ill. — Six Flags Great America announced plans Thursday to debut a brand new dive coaster to its park in 2025.
Wrath of Rakshasa, which is said to have the “world’s steepest drop with the most inversions on a dive coaster,” is 180-feet tall and features a cliffhanger hold — that suspends riders as they face straight down a 96-degree, beyond-vertical drop, before they plummet an exhilarating 171-feet.
“Six Flags Great America continues to push the limits of innovation and thrills, as we introduce the world’s steepest drop with the most inversions on a dive coaster,” said Park President John Krajnak. “Wrath of Rakshasa joins our already impressive lineup of record-breaking roller coasters and attractions at the park, demonstrating our commitment to delivering cutting-edge experiences for our guests.”
According to the park, Wrath of Rakshasa highlights include:
Three sleek trains with three rows of passengers seated seven across;
3,239 feet of soaring track;
Thrilling anticipation while the ride vehicle pauses in a face-first cliffhanger hold before plummeting 171 feet;
A beyond-vertical 96-degree drop,
Five gravity-defying inversions;
Speeds of nearly 67 miles per hour; and,
Wrath of Rakshasa is a custom-designed dive roller coaster created by Bolliger & Mabillard.
Watch the full teaser trailer for Wrath of Rakshasa in the video player below:
Wrath of Rakshasa is scheduled to make its debut in 2025 in the County Fair section of the Great America, across from the fan-favorite roller coaster, Demon.
For more information and updates, go to: sixflags.com/greatamerica.
